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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    AutoCAD LT

    Score8.7 out of 10
    N/AAutoCAD LT computer-aided design (CAD) software that architects, engineers, construction professionals, and designers rely on to produce solely 2D drawings, drafts, and documentation. AutoCAD LT is a CAD software used for 2D drawing, drafting, and documentation whereas AutoCAD is a CAD software used to create 2D drawings and 3D models. While AutoDesk's AutoCAD includes industry-specific toolsets that can provide productivity gains, both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT include the AutoCAD web and…

    $58

    per month

    Onshape

    Score9.9 out of 10
    N/AOnshape is a cloud-native product development platform with integrated CAD, data management and analytics. Onshape aims to accelerate time to market and improve innovation by: 1) Access: Unlike file-based CAD which is on-premise only, Onshape enables remote access for designers and engineers from anywhere, and on any internet-connected device -including tablets and smart phones. 2) Collaboration: Onshape aims to eliminate the version control problems and blocking of file-based…

    $1,500

    per year per user

    Pricing
    AutoCAD LTOnshape
    Editions & Modules
    Monthly Subscription
    $60
    per month per user
    Yearly Subscription
    $490
    per year per user
    3-Year Subscription
    $1470
    3 years per user
    Standard
    1,500
    per year per user
    Professional
    2,500
    per year per user
    Enterprise
    Contact sales team
    per year per user
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    AutoCAD LTOnshape
    Free Trial
    YesYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details—No dedicated hardware is required. Works on all web-connected devices including tablet, Chromebook, iPhone, Android.
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    AutoCAD LTOnshape
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    Features
    AutoCAD LTOnshape
    Computer-Aided Design Software
    Comparison of Computer-Aided Design Software features of AutoCAD LT and Onshape
    Feature
    AutoCAD LT
    7.5
    3 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Onshape
    -
    Ratings
    2D Drafting10.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Parametric Design8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Collaboration and Sharing7.52 Ratings00 Ratings
    Compatibility with other software and formats4.83 Ratings00 Ratings
    Assembly Design8.52 Ratings00 Ratings
    Simulation and Analysis7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Documentation and Annotation6.03 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customization and Extensions8.52 Ratings00 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    AutoCAD LTOnshape
    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.6
    (6 ratings)
    9.3
    (61 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
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    9.0
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    Usability
    8.6
    (3 ratings)
    9.0
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    Support Rating
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    8.6
    (38 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
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    9.3
    (34 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    AutoCAD LTOnshape
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Autodesk
    AutoCAD LT is suitable for engineers that uses DWG formats casually and don't rely on AutoCAD as the main tool to issue drawings in the workflow. AutoCAD LT is best suited for firms that do not use LISP functions in AutoCAD and do not care about 3D modeling. Although AutoCAD LT has other missing functions when compared to standard AutoCAD, these features are of less importance and can't be noticed.
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    PTC
    Onshape shall be used by organizations where cost is a major factor as the license is relatively competitive than the competition. Where Onshape , excels the most is the ability to be operational on any device with internet connection and webbrowser. Onshape doesn't require your hardware to be beefed with Graphic cards (if added better). Where onshape can be better. If they are able to include simulation packages bundled like SOLIDWORKS.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • The library feature for all areas is to me AutoCAD LT's extra strong point, it makes it easier to find information within the program itself.
    • The fast solutions and precise development of drawings and projects is also another strong point.
    • I use the floor plans, elevations, sections and the hydraulic designs to work with my students on physics projects.
    • The software allows you to scale model and remodel as many times as you need, from simple to more complex designs
    • Importing and exporting files is also very simple to perform making corrections and quick feedback to students easy.
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    PTC
    • Cloud-based infrastructure and collaboration is a primary benefit.
    • The available documentation is extremely thorough.
    • The ability to integrate with other software for simulation, renderings, etc. is fantastic.
    • Not having to save and being able to clearly see versions and change history is excellent.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • The differences between the Mac and PC versions are quite difficult to navigate. It would be better to have a more streamlined experience between the two platforms
    • It would be nice to have feature like geolocation on the online or mac version and not just the PC version
    • Make it more compatible with other AutoCAD formats so that I can at least view things when they are coming from Civil 3D
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    PTC
    • Dimensioning a hole feature in a drawing when there are multiple holes, the hole count does not parametrically update. For example, when there are 3x of the same hole, Onshape forces you to manually type in 3x instead of parametrically populating the hole count. This gets very dangerous if say, one of the 3x holes changes but you forget to update the 3x to 2x. Other CAD software does provide this.
    • I know Onshape provides guidance on performance considerations and how to structure a project through their literature, however, a dedicated video from Onshape that directly addresses the guidelines on how to minimize file load and reload times would be beneficial to all future and current Onshape users. I think they should incorporate this directly in their training. Poindexter by Design went through the growing pains of this issue but through the Onshape literature and our own experiences we've developed guidelines on how to keep our Onshape performance maximized!
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    PTC
    Familiarity and ability to work from any location. Also easy to cooperate with potential customers, existing customers, systems users, and fabricating shops. Most of the standard designs are now in On Shape and I would like to continue using it. It is easier to run versions to clarify imrovements to the previous designs
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    Usability
    Autodesk
    It’s easy to use, easy to customize, easy to understand on the logic behind it and the guides provides everything to improve further. the buttons are well displaced and easy to use and remember. everything seems really well fought to make it easier to use. in a single word: polished.
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    PTC
    Onshape is great software and I have no trouble recommending it to CAD users and companies that need to do design work
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    Support Rating
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    PTC
    Been fairly standard experience with support team. Issues have always been addressed, but is understandably focused on business side applications which typically has different issues than education applications. I have very few IT issues with the design side of the software, my issues are more often with the control of users and access
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    Online Training
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    PTC
    I might be biased by coming from using three different CAD softwares in the past, so I already understood many modeling concepts, but the training OS offers is really good. Videos are clear, they explain operations in good detail and besides that OS has a really good help system that explains even more how every tool works.
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    Implementation Rating
    Autodesk
    No answers on this topic
    PTC
    Onshape is revolutionary. Its advantage is that it can be used without having to download it. You are free to work wherever you want. This means that even if you take a vacation or attend a family event, your work will not be interrupted. You can still bring your work and complete it quickly.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Autodesk
    Although AutoCAD LT is the lite software when compared to standard AutoCAD, it does all the work when it comes to 2D modeling and issuing design drawings. When comparing it to BricsCAD, AutoCAD LT shines, as it works without freezing and is usually more responsive than BricsCAD, it just outclasses it.
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    PTC
    I have used SOLIDWORKS for over four years, and the vault system is time intensive for control of design history, and revision management. I have used Pro-E for over four years, and this has the capability but is not user-friendly. Not needing high-end computers is another great reason to choose Onshape
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    Return on Investment
    Autodesk
    • The impact is always positive in my case when I use AutoCAD LT, because I provide intelligent lessons with few resources
    • The negative impact usually happens with professionals who don't like to innovate, study, or put a little more effort into their work. AutoCAD LT enables the enchantment at the end of the project by the public and at the beginning by the students that are delighted with so many tools
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    PTC
    • Super fast idea to concept parts and prototypes
    • So easy to share things with co-workers or higher management that I do it all the time
    • No, IT support is needed so no IT cost and no hassle working with in-house IT and their way of doing things
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